Dylan Welch sits down with Jason Seedall, Director of the Roosevelt Initiative, to explore how the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt continues to influence modern strategy across business, governance, and global affairs.

The conversation breaks down Roosevelt’s core principles including conservation, fair commerce, and a disciplined approach to foreign policy, and examines how these ideas translate into today’s geopolitical and economic landscape.

At a time when politics is increasingly polarized, Roosevelt stands out as a rare figure respected across party lines. This episode analyzes why his leadership model still resonates with both sides of the aisle and what it signals about the type of leadership institutions and markets may gravitate toward in the future.

The discussion also introduces Jason’s latest initiative, The Roosevelt Alliance, designed as a platform for individuals to actively support and engage with these principles in a practical, modern context, opening the door for broader participation beyond traditional policy circles.

For founders, investors, and policymakers operating at the intersection of power and policy, this episode offers a clear lens into how historical frameworks continue to influence modern decision making.

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On this episode of The Intelligence Report, Dylan Welch sits down with Chris Stakich, CEO of Summit, the organization behind some of the most influential curated gatherings in the world, including Summit at Sea.

Chris shares his unconventional path to leadership, from playing college football at Harvard University to working as an expedition guide and eventually stepping into the role of CEO at one of the most respected platforms for high-level community building and networking.

The conversation explores the intersection of travel, leadership, and intentional community design, with Chris reflecting on how formative experiences in the outdoors and on the field shaped his approach to business and team dynamics. He also shares candid insights into the power of curated environments, the role of trust in elite networks, and real-world stories where relationships built through Summit directly impacted careers and opportunities.

With Summit’s next flagship event on the horizon, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the world’s premier networking ecosystems operates, and why the future of leadership increasingly depends on who you build with, not just what you build.

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In this episode of The Intelligence Report Podcast, host Dylan Welch, founder of The Intelligence Report, sits down with Adam Dungan, former U.S. Marine, former CIA officer, and current candidate for Congress in Virginia’s 8th District.

Adam shares the story of his journey from military service to intelligence work and now into the world of politics. The conversation explores how his experiences in national security have shaped his perspective on today’s challenges facing the United States.

Dylan and Adam discuss major international developments, the evolving global landscape, and how geopolitical events influence decisions at home. They also dive into the local issues impacting communities across the country and the kinds of practical solutions that leaders should be focusing on.

This episode offers a candid look at leadership, public service, and the intersection of intelligence, geopolitics, and domestic policy.

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In this episode of Intelligence Report, host Dylan Welch sits down with marine conservation biologist and global ocean advocate Callie Veelenturf for a wide-ranging conversation that bridges field science and international policy.

As Executive Director of The Leatherback Project, a National Geographic Explorer, Explorers Club Fellow, and advisor to both the United Nations Harmony with Nature Programme and United Nations Development Programme, Veelenturf operates at the intersection of conservation biology, Indigenous partnership, and the emerging global movement to recognize the Rights of Nature in law.

Dylan and Callie explore what it’s like to conduct hands-on marine research in some of the most remote ecosystems on Earth, tracking endangered leatherback sea turtles, working alongside coastal communities, and confronting the realities of habitat collapse. But the conversation goes beyond the beach and the boat.

Callie shares how scientific data becomes legal leverage, detailing her work helping governments and local leaders draft and pass laws that grant ecosystems legal rights and personhood. The discussion dives into how courtroom victories, constitutional reforms, and international advocacy are becoming essential tools in the fight to protect biodiversity.

This episode is both a field report and a policy briefing—revealing how modern conservationists must be equal parts scientist, diplomat, and strategist in a rapidly changing world.

A conversation about saving species, and rewriting the rules that govern how humanity relates to the natural world.

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In this episode of The Intelligence Report, Dylan Welch sits down with an active-duty Green Beret, with his identity protected for operational reasons (you’ll hear the “beep” when names and details come up).

What follows is one of the most real conversations we’ve had on the show: a deep look at what it takes to build a successful life through discipline, fitness, and mentality, and how travel shaped his identity far beyond the uniform.

We talk about:

• Why travel became his greatest teacher (and what it revealed about human nature)
• The link between fitness and confidence, leadership, and resilience
• How elite performers train their mind under pressure
• The principles he lives by to stay focused, grounded, and moving forward

This episode is about freedom, discipline, and the inner framework behind long-term success, straight from someone who’s lived it.

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In this episode, host Dylan Welch shares the new direction for The Intelligence Report, and why it matters right now.

We’re shifting our focus toward neutral geopolitical analysis, modeled after the Intelligence Report-style briefings: clear, structured, and grounded in real-world incentives, not ideology. The goal is simple: help listeners understand what’s happening globally, why it’s happening, and what it could mean next, without the noise, outrage cycles, or partisan framing.

You’ll hear what’s changing, how we’ll cover emerging conflicts and power shifts, what to expect from future episodes, and how this approach supports leaders, builders, and decision-makers who want clarity in uncertain times.

This is not commentary. This is intelligence. Welcome to the next chapter of The Intelligence Report.

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In this episode of The Intelligence Report, Dylan Welch sits down with Keefe Harrison, CEO of The Recycling Partnership, to unpack one of the most urgent, and often misunderstood, environmental challenges facing the U.S. today: the broken recycling system. Keefe shares why fixing it requires a $17 billion investment, what myths still confuse the public (yes, you can recycle your pizza box), and how rebuilding trust in recycling is key to making real progress.

We also explore the critical role businesses can play in creating scalable, systems-level change. If you're building a company focused on sustainability, circularity, or infrastructure, this conversation is full of valuable insights.

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Hap Klopp, founder and former CEO of The North Face, joins Dylan Welch at EarthX2025 to share his biggest accomplishments and takeaways from building one of the most successful brands on the planet.

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